effectively

adverb

ef·​fec·​tive·​ly i-ˈfek-tiv-lē How to pronounce effectively (audio)
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1
: in an effective manner
dealt with the problem effectively
2
: in effect : virtually
by withholding further funds they effectively killed the project

Examples of effectively in a Sentence

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Recent Examples on the Web The program, which Harlow most recently hosted alongside Phil Mattingly, was effectively canceled earlier this year, with production moving to Atlanta. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024 Many opposition-party members who face criminal charges join the BJP, effectively giving the ruling party greater political power in exchange for the dismissal of the charges against them. Ashoka Mody, The Atlantic, 26 Apr. 2024 Weinstein’s lawyers have argued that the ruling effectively prevented Weinstein from defending himself. Gene Maddaus, Variety, 26 Apr. 2024 By reducing the amount of sunlight that reaches the Earth's surface, the temperature in that location will effectively decrease. Stephanie Ebbs, ABC News, 26 Apr. 2024 Prior to and in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, historically low interest rates meant governments were effectively benefiting from free money. Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 26 Apr. 2024 Listen attentively, contribute thoughtfully, and collaborate effectively to showcase your ability to work well in a group setting. Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Apr. 2024 The 10 schools don’t officially depart the Pac-12 until Aug. 2, although their transitions to new leagues will be effectively completed by that point. Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2024 Congress reconvened later that evening and certified the vote, which effectively transferred power to Biden from Trump on Jan. 20, 2021. The Arizona Republic, 25 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1652, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of effectively was in 1652

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“Effectively.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/effectively. Accessed 1 May. 2024.

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